Archives & Special Collections

Preserving & Sharing our Nebraska History

Each campus preserves the unique history of the University of Nebraska and offers unique collections that support the research needs of each campus and interests of the state of Nebraska. Our reading rooms are open to the public.

Search All Nebraska Archives

To search for archival and manuscript collections across all University of Nebraska campus locations, enter your search below or visit Nebraska Archives Online.

Celebrating 50 Years Together

"All Together Now: The 50th Anniversary of the University of Nebraska System Merger (1968 - 2018)" chronicles the creation of the University of Nebraska system.

Browse Exhibits, Collections and Items

Calvin T. Ryan Library

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UNK Archives holds significant primary and secondary materials that paint a picture of the Great Plains and settlement of the West.

University Special Collections & Archives

Dr. C.C. and Mabel L. Criss Library

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UNO Libraries’ Archives & Special Collections documents the history of the region and includes the U.S. Senator Chuck Hagel Archives and the Queer Omaha Archives.

Archives & Special Collections

Libraries

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The University Libraries Archives and Special Collections produces, curates, and maintains the notable Willa Cather Archive.

Archives & Special Collections

McGoogan Library of Medicine

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The Nebraska Collection preserves the history of the health sciences in the state and contains books, journals, and archival materials from the mid-19th to the late 20th centuries.

Special Collections

Schmid Law Library

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Schmid Law Library maintains the collection of University of Nebraska College of Law alumni available for research purposes only.

Schmid Library Archives